Israel Freezes Out Georgia on Arms

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Israel Freezes Out Georgia on Arms

Georgia, which has has been locked in a drone war with the Russia over the breakaway region of Abkhazia, is looking a crucial supplier. Israel, which reportedly sold Georgia drones, is ceding to Russian pressure to stop further arms sales. "The officials said the freeze was partially intended to give Israel leverage with Moscow in its attempts to persuade Russia not to ship arms and equipment to Iran," the Associated Press reports. "They spoke on condition of anonymity as Israel does not officially publish details of its arms sales."

Earlier this year, Georgia accused Russia of shooting down at least two of its drones (reportedly, the Israeli-made Hermes 450); a claim Russia vociferously denies. The Russians, in turn, have accused Georgia of embarking on a military spending spree.